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[Perinatal stroke--clinical validity of the ET 6-6]

Monika Daseking1, Julia Lemcke, Thorsten Macha

  • 1Zentrum für Klinische Psychologie und Rehabilitation der Universität Bremen. daseking@uni-bremen.de

Zeitschrift Fur Kinder- Und Jugendpsychiatrie Und Psychotherapie
|December 14, 2007
PubMed

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The ET 6-6 test effectively identifies developmental delays in children with perinatal stroke. Left-hemispheric strokes are associated with more significant impairments, highlighting the test

Area of Science:

  • Pediatric Neurology
  • Developmental Psychology

Context:

  • Perinatal stroke impacts child development, necessitating accurate assessment tools.
  • Early identification of developmental impairments is crucial for timely intervention.

Purpose:

  • To evaluate the clinical utility of the Early Test 6-6 (ET 6-6) as a general developmental assessment for children with perinatal stroke.
  • To determine if stroke localization influences the pattern of developmental difficulties.

Summary:

  • 32 children (36-72 months) with perinatal stroke were assessed using the ET 6-6 and compared to controls.
  • The study group demonstrated significantly lower developmental performance across most domains.
  • Children with left-hemispheric strokes exhibited more severe impairments compared to those with right-hemispheric or basal ganglia strokes.

Impact:

  • The ET 6-6 is a valuable tool for identifying developmental risks in children affected by perinatal stroke.
  • Findings support the use of the ET 6-6 for targeted developmental evaluations based on stroke location.
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